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Avanext 200mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Salt Composition : Avanafil
Manufacturer : ZYDUS CADILA
Origin of Medicine : India
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Introduction to Avanext 200mg Tablet
Avanext 200mg Tablets are impotence agents belonging to the phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitors category, containing the active ingredient Avanafil. It treats erectile dysfunction (ED), also known as impotence, which refers to the inability to maintain an erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual performance.
This medicine should not be consumed if you have any known allergy to the drug or its components. This drug is only intended for adult men, and children or women should not use it. Avanext 200mg Tablet has been associated with priapism condition. If you feel an erection lasting longer than four hours, seek immediate medical emergency. Untreated priapism can damage the penis and cause permanent erectile dysfunction. Before taking this tablet, inform your physician if you have any serious bleeding disorders or are currently being treated for an ulcer. This drug may increase the chance of bleeding disorder and peptic ulcer (stomach or duodenum).
This medicine can cause a sudden decrease in blood pressure. Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disorders, low blood pressure, chest pain, or other cardiovascular conditions. In rare cases, sudden vision or hearing loss has been reported using Avanext 200mg Tablet. If you experience sudden vision or hearing changes, discontinue the drug immediately. Consumption of grapefruit juice or alcohol while taking this tablet may increase the risk of side effects. It is advisable to limit or avoid the use of alcohol and grapefruit juice while using this medication.
Uses of Avanext 200mg Tablet
- Treatment of Erectile dysfunction
Therapeutic Effects of Avanext 200mg Tablet
Avanext 200mg Tablet works by inhibiting the action of the enzyme PDE5, which is responsible for the degradation of cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP). By blocking PDE5, Avanafil helps to increase the levels of cGMP, which promotes relaxation of the smooth muscles in the penile region and improves blood flow, leading to an erection.
Interaction of Avanext 200mg Tablet with other drugs
Inform your healthcare provider about your medicines, including prescription, over-the-counter, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications, including nitrates, alpha-blockers, antifungal drugs, and HIV protease inhibitors, may interact with Avanext 200mg Tablet and reduce effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
More Information about Avanext 200mg Tablet
- Store Avanext 200mg Tablet at room temperature below (30°C).
- Keep the tablet out of reach of children and pets.
How to consume Avanext 200mg Tablet
It is an orally available prescription drug. Your doctor will decide the duration and dose of the drug based on the disease condition and other factors. Always take an Avanext 200mg Tablet 30 minutes before sexual activity. Do not open, break, chew, or crush the tablet. Swallow the whole tablet with water.
Safety Advices for Avanext 200mg Tablet
Pregnancy
Avanext 200mg Tablet is not intended for use in women. There is no information available regarding its interaction with pregnancy. Consult your doctor for more advice.
Breast Feeding
Avanext 200mg Tablet is not intended for use in women. There is no information available regarding its interaction with breastfeeding. Consult your doctor for more advice.
Lungs
It is unknown whether Avanext 200mg Tablet can be prescribed for patients with lung issues. Consult your doctor for more advice before initiating the treatment.
Liver
Consult your physician for advice before taking Avanext 200mg Tablet if you have liver problems. Ensure that your physician monitors your liver functions regularly.
Alcohol
Consuming alcohol may affect the effectiveness of Avanext 200mg Tablet. It is highly advised to stop consuming alcohol if you take this medicine.
Driving
Avanext 200mg Tablet are known to cause dizziness or impair driving ability, so they are generally considered unsafe for use while driving or operating machinery.
Side Effects of Avanext 200mg Tablet
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious
- Loss of vision
- Loss of hearing
- Blurred vision
- Priapism
Common
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the ears, neck, and face)
- Headache
- Back pain
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the nasal passages)
- Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
Word of Advice
Avanext 200mg Tablet alone does not cause spontaneous erections. Sexual stimulation is required for an erection. Engage in the usual sexual foreplay and stimulation as desired. This drug is taken on an as-needed basis before sexual activity. It is not intended for daily use. Do not exceed the recommended dosage frequency or take more than one dose within a day, as it can increase the chance of serious side effects.
FAQs
Q 1. Can Avanext 200mg Tablet be prescribed for women?
No, Avanext 200mg Tablet is not approved for use in women. It is specifically used to treat male sexual problems (erectile dysfunction).
Q 2. Are there any side effects associated with Avanext 200mg Tablet?
Avanext 200mg Tablet can have side effects. Common side effects may include headache, flushing, nasal congestion, back pain, and dizziness. If you experience any severe side effects, it's important to consult your healthcare provider.
Q 3. Is it safe to consume alcohol or smoke during Avanext 200mg Tablet treatment?
Avoid smoking cigarettes and alcohol consumption while on treatment with Avanext 200mg Tablet as it increases your risk of side effects.
Q 4. What is the recommended dosage of Avanafil?
The recommended starting dose of Avanafil is usually 50 or 100 milligrams (mg), taken as needed. However, your doctor may adjust the dosage based on your response and tolerability. The maximum dose is 200 mg daily, and it is necessary not to exceed this limit.
Q 5. How long it takes for Avanext 200mg Tablet to work?
Avanext 200mg Tablet starts working within 30 minutes of its administration, and the effect usually lasts 2 to 4 hours.
Fact Box of Avanext 200mg Tablet
Molecule name: Avanafil | Therapeutic class: Impotence agents |
Pharmacological class: Phosphodiesterase (PDE) inhibitors | Indications: Treatment of Erectile dysfunction |
References
- Menarini international operations luxembourg s.a, Patient information leaflet Avanafil Tablets (EMC). [Revised on Jan 2023], Available at: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.5331.pdf (Accessed 08 Jun 2023).
- Avanafil - food and drug administration (FDA). [Revised on Aug 2018], Available at: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/202276s018lbl.pdf (Accessed 08 Jun 2023).
- Menarini international operations luxembourg s.a European Medicines Agency (EMA),. Available at: https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/product-information/spedra-epar-product-information_en.pdf [Accessed 08 Jun 2023]
- Bertram.G.Katzung, Basic and Clinical Pharmacology, Drugs used in the treatment of Erectile Dysfunction, 14th edition, 2017, 200.
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